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Older and younger person using phone at South London Cares workshop

A third of 65-74 year olds not using the internet and many have no intention of getting online

With over a third of people aged 65-74 not using the internet, 74% in that age group also say that there is nothing that would prompt them to go online in the next 12 months.

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Community contributions roundtable hosted in Manchester

Empowering people in later life to contribute to their community

Matthew Ryder, London’s Deputy Mayor for Social Integration, Social Mobility and Community Engagement, writes that programmes designed to support communities must involve those of all ages.

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Conversation Week: The transition to a new life

Our Senior Evidence Officer, Ali Hawker, reflects on how talking about our feelings can help us feel more positive and equipped to transition into retirement.

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The V Word

Dawn Austwick – Chief Executive of Big Lottery Fund – reflects on the recent Centre for Ageing Better funding roundtable in Manchester.

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Tram in Rochdale

Great things lie ahead: ageing better in our communities

As Greater Manchester becomes the UK's first age-friendly city region, as recognised by the World Health Organisation, it's good to reflect on what an Age-friendly Community actually means in practice.

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Woman gardening, Gorsehill, Greater Manchester

What motivates people in later life to volunteer?

Izzi Seccombe, Leader of Warwickshire County Council, reflects on what motivates people in later life to volunteer and how local authorities can widen participation.

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Volunteer group gathering, Deptford

From ‘Nice nanas’ to cryptocurrency crusaders - three trends in future giving

As part of our review of volunteering and community activity among people over 50 experts from across the UK are hosting roundtables to help us gather views on how to boost participation.

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Making later life better in Leeds

In October 2017, Leeds Older People’s Forum (LOPF), Leeds City Council and Ageing Better joined together in a new five-year partnership to develop and share innovative approaches to tackle social, economic and health inequalities in later life across Leeds.

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